Moreh gets first shopping complex

1 min readUpdated May 15, 2025Nov 26, 20153:11 AM

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Manipur’s Moreh which borders Myanmar got its first multi-storied shopping complex on Wednesday. Deputy chief minister Gaikhangam, who also holds the home portfolio, inaugurated the complex that comprises 82 shops, a car parking site, a conference hall and a food court.

The gateway to South East Asia, Moreh, in tribal-dominated Chandel district, sees business of around Rs 5 crore daily.

The Rs 21-crore shopping complex, set up under the aegis of the ministry of commerce and industries, is located near border gate number 2, one of the busiest areas in Moreh and 110 km from Imphal.

Addressing the inaugural ceremony, Gaikhangam emphasized on the need for peace and harmony to enhance commercial activities in the border town.

Echoing Gaikhangam, state industries minister Govindas Konthoujam said peace would allow rapid progress in trading at Moreh. Meanwhile, construction of a multi-crore Integrated Check Post is also under way at Moreh. The town, through which the Trans-Asian Highway passes, was among 13 sites in the country selected for construction of ICPs.

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What this means

The inauguration of Moreh's first shopping complex is a deliberate step to formalise and scale up retail in a key border region. With 82 shops, a food court, and parking, it provides essential infrastructure previously lacking, potentially attracting more organised retailers and consumers. This development could pressure existing informal traders and those operating outside designated commercial zones. The previous retail landscape in Moreh, with its daily Rs 5 crore business, was largely unstructured. This complex, however, contrasts with more developed retail in other Southeast Asian markets like Indonesia and Vietnam mentioned, which have seen stock market rises, suggesting a nascent but significant step for Manipur. Watch the occupancy rates of the new shops as a key indicator of its immediate success.

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Questions & Answers

What facilities are included in Moreh's new shopping complex?

The complex contains 82 shops, a car parking site, a conference hall, and a food court. It is the first multi-storied shopping complex in Moreh.

Who funded the construction of the Rs 21-crore shopping complex?

The shopping complex was set up under the aegis of the ministry of commerce and industries. It was inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam.

What is the daily business turnover in Moreh?

Moreh, which serves as a gateway to South East Asia, sees business of approximately Rs 5 crore daily. It is a significant trading hub in the region.

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